Caffi Gwynant in Gwynedd

Creative, innovative menu, varied options (also accommodating vegetarian and vegan options), excellent quality, truly tasty food, cooked to order – all of it in hearty sized portions for hungry hikers, served by friendly staff. This really is an exceptional place to eat!

The best place for breakfast before climbing Snowdon! Tristan boy was so helpful and welcoming! Breakfast was outstanding! Sausage rolls the best I ever had in my life and they are homemade! Take few for way up! Love this place!

Beautiful building, lovely breakfast and fantastically friendly people. Set us up for a days walking with a brilliant breakfast. Really great atmosphere too. We'll definitely be back!

Great spot to refuel after walking Watkin path. Friendly service, interesting menu and the food was really good.

Lovely staff really engaging and we had a laugh.

Really good coffee bar/ cafe close to the start of the Watkin path up to Snowdon. Great as a start or finish to your days walking

We stopped for a drink and cake on the way up the Watkins paths then came back for lunch when we came back down. Lovely place, run by lovely people and serving lovely food!

Visited after meeting the owner down at the pub in Beddgelert. Super friendly guy. Told tall tails of the amazing burgers they make at his cafe up the road… Well we couldn’t just take his word for it! walked the dog a few miles up round Nant Gwynant to go take a look and the guy ain’t kidding! Seriously good burger. A little pricey but the portions are massive and everything is home made. Just what you need after a long walk in the sideways rain. The owner and his family are incredibly welcoming. Couldn’t do enough for us and enjoyed the friendly chat while I polished off that massive burger and a couple of tasty local beers. My partner really enjoyed the local gin and he was even nice enough to show us the bottle and share how we can pick some up ourselves (yr Wyddfa, Purple Moose) Look forward to returning in summer on my bike! 10/10

We wanted to try somewhere new - and we weren’t disappointed. This is a cafe that’s perfect for pre walk fuel or post adventure reward! The chapel has retained lots of original features (including the pulpit!). The family team greeted us warmly and made us feel very welcome. The food was exceptional (we had burgers and the kids had chicken) and very well priced. Make sure you ask for the homemade ketchup!! We offered a prayer of thanks as we left the sanctuary to tackle the Watkin path that begins close by. Dog owners: though dogs aren’t allowed inside the chapel, there are seating pods available to use in the covered veranda.

C’mon now, the food here is fecking tippity tip top. The building has history, the owners are characters that are warm and embracing, their menu has treats across the board. Definitely a place to return to. If you haven’t been, do, you won’t be disappointed.

We came down off Snowdon and stopped in for a drink and something to eat - super welcoming place with a great selection of drinks and amazing cakes and sandwiches

Travelled here for lunch after reading the reviews and it did not disappoint!! The burger was by far the best burger I've eaten in years. The staff were friendly and attentive and the food was epic. Definitely worth a visit.

Lovely historic building, very welcoming staff and the world's best burger! Highly recommend a visit.

Sick, boss tubular immense views, wicked landscapes just sound.

Great food, just be wary of the "substitutions" on the breakfast menu, they don't substitute, they take off what you don't want, and charge you for the replacement. They also don't tell you you'll be charged when ordering, until you pay up at the end.

Really great little cafe, young man service us was really helpful, polite and engaging. Coffee was great as was the warm scone, jam and clotted cream. Has a log burner going which was welcome and a great spot after coming down from Watkin Path

Went for lunch when the Christmas menu was on and it was lovely! Very tasty food.

THE most AMAZING breakfast I've ever had. The inside of the Caffè is beautiful and the young lad who served us was very polite and made us laugh, credit to the place he really is. Awesome!!!

I went here to get some Wi-Fi to do some uni assignments during my 3 night stay at a National Trust cottage with some fantastic tea and breakfast. I have to say, everything about this cafe is stunning 🙏 the service, food, and general setting of the place was great, really hope to stop here again on my travels :) cool rustic, quaint feel to the place

First time coming here in a while i.e since change in ownership, and it did not disappoint. Food was fantastic, portions were fab and the service (particularly from the young man whose name I forget - ironic as it was very memorable) was wonderful! We've been here many a time before and the food and service has remained fantastic since change in ownership. On a miserable, rainy day in Nant Gwynant the food and service was a wonderful tonic.i had the venison burger with charred peaches, the peaches were not what I expected and we're PERFECT accompaniment! Diolch Mawr!

Never fails to impress - staff lovely and food amazing for the money

I had a very tasty and very welcome burger after finishing Snowdon, the staff were all very helpful and friendly. Will definitely go back if I get the chance.

Lovely little family run business, perfect if you wish to fuel up before a hike or need to refuel after! Brilliant food with something for everyone (I had something off the special menu - chips, chicken and stuffing baguette), staff were great with a particular shoutout to the young man who served us and made sure our food was okay, very polite, friendly and welcoming. I'd recommend this place to anyone.

Food was great and the staff incredibly kind and helpful. Thank you for helping us sort out a taxi!

We had food there on Friday its was lovely

Lovely hot chocolate after a hike

Visited here Saturday morning. Sat outside in a cute little covered pod. Had bacon and egg sandwich, hubby had sausage and mushroom sandwich and friend had full Welsh breakfast. Had drinks too. Food really nice. Freshly cooked, staff friendly. Good wifi. What’s not to like?!!! Definitely worth a visit.

Brilliant little Cafe in the heart of Snowdonia. Right before walk at Dinas Emrys, which is spectacular. Staff were welcoming and helpful. Food and coffee were fantastic.

Myself and my family had the pleasure of visiting this fantastic place for breakfast. The people here are very welcoming and friendly. We had breakfast and the food was just as good as the people who work here. My girls ( 11 & 15 ) were over the moon with their fluffy pancakes and Biscoff French toast. We can’t recommend it enough and we will be back next year when we climb Snowdon again. Thank you Caffi Gwynant team.

Stopped in to grab some food and drink before our Snowdon climb. Very friendly staff, and one of the best sausage rolls I think I have ever eaten. Highly recommend

We went for lunch here a couple weeks ago (we’ve been numerous times before and always want to come back) and the service was impeccable. One of the members of staff helped us change a flat tyre on the side of road, another pushed the pram until my niece went to sleep so that my sister could eat her food, and the other waiter was very helpful and kind even though he’s only young. The service and food is always excellent. Would definitely recommed and can’t wait to come back.

10/10 food and great service. Chill atmosphere but fairly low lighting. Would 100% recommend

One of the only places with reliable phone service in the area. The cafe is nice and warm especially on cold days, the staff were friendly and helpful and drinks a good standard. There is little to no phone signal in this area of the park and the cafe is the only place with WiFi connection for some distance.

We had a warm welcome in the Caffi today and a delicious lunch. The pork croquettes and vegan duck were lovely, the falafel wrap could have done with a salsa or chutney instead of the hummus, little bit of a chickpea overload, but having said that, the hummus was one of the nicest we've had so we still enjoyed it. Diolch yn fawr iawn, mi fydden ni'n ôl 👍🏻

This restaurant is fantastic for breakfast. The food is good, the service is friendly and efficient, all in a clean and welcoming atmosphere. Good coffee too! There is no rush to get you out so you can take your time. The portions are generous and well planned. We will be going back as well worth while.

1st October.. Sunday 2.30 thought we would call in on the off chance of some dinner. Wow food is first class pork with dirty fries…. 🌶️ catch you out but yum yum …don’t just dive past ..

Been many times... Great food, great service, great atmosphere 👍

We stopped here by chance during our trip and it’s one of the most delicious food and dessert we’ve ever had !

Best Cafe in pen Y pass region. Wonderful environment, awesome breakfast and lovely and legend people. Must visit. 🏔👌

Just stopped in for a coffee and cake, it was a great coffee but took 15 minutes to come. Very warm and welcoming.

Usual fuel before a walk. Stopped here and parked in the layby just past the cafe as we needed to stay all day (customer parking just outside cafe, free parking 10m down the road). Amazing full Welsh cooked breakfast. Really great thick bacon, sausages. Staff were really nice and friendly. One of our lot had the poached eggs on toast - again great. Lovely coffee. Dog friendly outside area in pods even if it is raining!

We went for vegan options and were not disappointed. I had lovely spring rolls with coleslaw and salad, and my husband had a 'cheese' toasty with soup. The chef told us about the options not listed on the menu, and said they would be able to modify most things if needed. We ate everything too quickly to be able to leave photos! Also a nice setting in an old chapel in Snowdonia. We're staying nearby in a little cottage and are looking forward to coming back to try the other options during our stay.

This used to be a welcoming cafe and we called in regularly. However disappointed to be told they were closed and could not serve us a coffee, even to take away even though they were still giving diners their food. This,was 3.50pm on a Thursday. Needless to say we will not be returning. Drove to Beddgellert and had a very warm welcome in the Prince Llewellyn who were only too pleased to serve us even though they were very busy with diners. The staff at Caffi Gwynant would benefit from a lesson in their customer care. Give this cafe a miss!

Been here lots of times in the past while out walking. Different owners and different standard of care. We called in today after a long walk and looking forward to our usual coffee. Although still serving people food at their tables, when I asked if we could just have 2 coffees the answer was a resounding NO we are closed. It was 3.50pm. We would have been happy with a take out coffee but again the answer was no. Obviously the people who were still eating would have been there longer than 10 minutes and I understand they didn't want to take food orders but would it really have been that much trouble to make 2 coffees. In g Future we will give our custom to the Prince Llewellyn in Beddgellert who even when really busy greet their customers with a warm welcome and great service. Caffi Gwynant only opens 4 days a week and you would think they would be glad of the custom. Obviously not!

We were staying at the campsite next door and cam here a couple of times. In short, great food, at a fair price point, and great service. What's not to like. I'll be back next time I'm in the area.

A gem of a cafe. Great pastries and coffee as well as larger meals

Awesome place. Chilled out, relaxed with very friendly staff. Excellent coffee, tea, chips and scone. It's a place to stop when you are in the area and if not drive out to make a special visit. First Class...

Had a full Welsh fry up, absolutely gorgeous! I forgot to ask where the sausages are from, never had any like them, so good and daughter had pancakes with oreo butter, delicious. Set us up for a good walk up Watkins Path. Had our puppy with us and she was spoilt rotten by them with treats and cuddles. Also, blue light discount applied, very unexpected in a remote place but very welcomed. Great place and atmosphere, shame I live on the opposite end of the country!

Very friendly atmosphere, service and food was excellent despite being very busy. Highly recommend. Thanks.

This place is an absolute gem. Visited before the Watkins path climb for a coffee, it was completely empty and we got to appreciate the building, it’s a converted church and is so nice. The staff are welcoming, from the owner to his son. We then visited after the climb and had some lunch, it was absolutely delicious, the best food that I had in Wales ! I have been raving about it since. Can’t wait to visit again, will be worth the 5 hour drive!

Beautiful place, great atmosphere, tasty food and friendly staff! The young man who took our order was fantastic, the waitress who brought our food was super polite and had a nice chat with the gentleman there too! 10 out of 10.

Lovely people running this lovely cafe so helpful and welcoming

We came here for brunch on my wife's birthday and had a great time. The food was lovely, and the team had very kindly made her a cake (the best we've had in a while!). Couldn't have asked for better service.

What a pleasant suprise,called in on the off chance for some lunch,opted for the gammon and it was very nice indeed,and the trimmings were very tasty too,the chips,egg,sauce and pork crackling bits were a suprise.The cost was very reasonable for a first class lunch...will definitely return.

We visited here for a small bite to eat when we where about to walk up the Watkin Path. I ordered the lamb croquet and oh my goodness it was delicious. Everyone else really enjoyed their food, the staff where very friendly and service was great. Definitely recommend 👌

Great food and location. The young lad on the door was so very chatty and helpful. Parking was a bit tricky due to being close to a popular walk, but that's not the cafes fault.

Yum! Been here for breakfast before but a little late today. But glad we were. All of us opted for items from the specials board and all meals where delicious. Atmosphere, staff and food all 100% will certainly return to sample more of menu.

Visited this afternoon for warm drinks and Cake, was greeted by kind and attentive staff. The old chapel had a lovely atmosphere and plenty of choice of Seating inside and out, facilities were clean. I had the chocolate orange cake with ice cream that was delicious and hot chocolate with all the trimmings- definitely worth a visit if in the area. The cafe also offers a breakfast and lunchtime menu and accepts dogs🙂

Had a lovely scone with butter & jam, and Matthew/ Tristan were such great folks serving us! We loved meeting them & the atmosphere was lovely as well. Thanks! ☺️

Such a lovely place! Saw good reviews and decided to try it. We were not disappointed! Food is really good. Different I might say. It’s something new to the palate. We ordered loaded fries with pork and I thought it would be another usual dish but it was not! The fries is done beautifully. Not too thick which i like and it came with cheese and some chili pineapple which complemented the dish! The pork was also heavenly. We ordered beef brisket too. It was also delicious! Was not able to try their coffee as we were so full! Portion is also big. Good for sharing. Staff was efficient and friendly. Atmosphere is quite lovely. There are also tables outside but we chose to sit inside as it was raining a bit. Highly recommend! Do stop by if you’re in the area!

When we came in, staff was really friendly. However after taking our order nothing happened. When I asked after 40 minutes, they said, they forgot to enter our order into the till... we left, so I can't say anything about the food. Quiete disappointed. Went to the 'Prince Llewely' instead. Lamb burger there was really nice.

Very disappointed. Cafe and kitchen needs a good clean. This place used to be my favourite cafe in North Wales but since the change of management it seems that they have swapped fresh ingredients for processed/frozen greasy food. It seems that most of the lovely and friendly staff have left.

Lovely cafe, friendly staff. Close to the watkin path!!

The staff here are the best. We called by just before 4pm and although they were about to close the staff were amazing and made us dinner after a long day climbing. The food is outstanding and everything I come it does not change. The welcome, food and service is always spot on. Simply the best cafe in the region.

What a wonderful cafe. After my hike up to Watkins Pools I needed somewhere to chill whilst waiting for my friend to summit Snowdon. What a gem to find at the bottom of Snowdon. The food was absolutely delicious 😋. The staff were fabulous 👌🏽. Seriously top notch and would highly recommend. I've posted a pic of my fave waiter. What a chirpy young chap he was 😍.

Excellent Welsh cafe, staff very friendly and extremely helpfull, food was lovely and the hot drinks were lovely highly requemend Love the outside pods absolute brillent

This is a brilliant find! Quaint friendly and nice food etc. They were so friendly. There are little pods in terrace area as well.

Home made chips and Ketchup. A pint of scrumpy and all served up by the owners two little boys who were a blast! Chatting away to our two kiddies, cuddling with the dog. A wonderful pit stop after climbing the watkin path in the rain. Will be dreaming of those chips for a good while.

Me and my 9 year old son visited the takeaway hut for some drinks and food to take with us on our walk. After I paid, the young lad was pressuring me to buy something else.. in particular a boost Chocolate bar. I kept saying...

BEWARE OF YOUNG BOY - SCAMMING TOURISTS & STEALING YOUR MONEY Me and my 9 year old son visited the takeaway hut for some drinks and food to take with us on our walk. After I paid, the young lad was pressuring me to buy something else.. in particular a boost Chocolate bar. I kept saying no and in the end he asked my son if he wanted Skittles so I just said okay and got them for him as this boy was not giving up with begging me to buy another item in a separate transaction. He said that would be £1 but didn’t show me the card machine so I stupidly trusted him and tapped my phone. Due to not having any signal/internet it wasn’t until the next morning that I saw £10 had been taken out of my account. I truly believe this has been done on purpose as I overheard him trying to sell the same boost chocolate bar to the couple in front. I have called and been promised a call back from the manager but they are now blanking me so I have had to report them and take it up with my bank. Not trustworthy and I have been scammed and stolen from, the boy has just got himself a tenner pocket money and is probably doing this to many tourists visiting so beware!

Nice food, though for the vegetarian spring roll it was very expensive for a small portion.

A lovely welcome from a nice family. The young lad who served us coffee and tea was a delight to talk to. Totally recommend this charming Caffè 👌

My partner and I, only stopped off to have a coffee and ice cream after climbing. The views are lovely, overlooking the river, where we sat, but mainly, I have to say I was left utterly bowled over by the young man serving us at the booth. His manners, sense of humour and being unbelievably mature for his years and beyond was just awe inspiring, I could have chatted to him all day, he made us feel welcome , while showing utter professionalism in his service, while having awesome charisma, he’s definitely going to go far, and anyone who has the pleasure of meeting him while he works on his school holiday will be incredibly blessed by their encounter , and have their faith renewed in humanity and it’s future generations.

Absolutely brilliant place to visit on your way to Watkins or Snowdon. Lovely family business with the best vibe you can ask for . Caring and funny staff with their little boy Tristan as the star of the show , wonderful little boy and a superb salesman ! Was great to sit and chat with him and the owner as well as them greet our little puppy Bruno. He loved his ice cream !! We will most definitely be visiting every time we’re in Wales ! ☺️🌄

Honestly couldn’t fault this place, the food & staff are great. Me & my husband has the brisket breakfast & it was amazing! Never been to a cafe that serves brisket for breakfast so we were over the moon. Would highly recommend. Such reasonable prices...

Really friendly staff, great with our dog. Fabulous food !! Good value for money 😊

Absolute gem of a cafe. We stayed at the Hafod Y Llan campsite and walked here for breakfast and it was fantastic. Presented extremely well and excellent taste. Staff were very attentive and friendly, highly recommend.

Fantastic little cafe, serving delicious food with friendly staff. Great location at the bottom of Snowdon’s Watkin path as well. Important to note that it is only open Thursday-Sunday 9-5

Called in for lunch after a long walk, very welcoming, friendly and helpful staff, lovely outdoor seating pods (have dogs). Food was delicious and service excellent. Would highly recommend a visit and will definitely return.

Beautiful picturesque little place with friendly welcoming staff. Owners little boy works the front & is a wee legend, great chat. Sat in the outside pods which were really cute & had the French Onion Toastie & soup which was gorgeous . 100% recommend

Inventive food, great setting in an old chapel and really helpful service. Welcome place to eat before or after Snowdon walks, close to Watkin Path. We did both!

Fantastic food. Probably the best chips I've ever had. The main course was fantastic too

Inventive food, great setting in an old chapel and really helpful service. Welcome place to eat before or after Snowdon walks, close to Watkin Path. We did both!

Matt and Tristan the boys!!! Owner and son are top lads… After a wrong turn back from snowdon we ended up at the cafe. Stranded, cold, tired and without a car. Matt took us in, gave us a few beers and used his sway in the local area to sort us a taxi. Whilst we waited he provided us with entertainment with stories and great feats of strength. Didn’t get a chance to try the infamous food but will be taking the wrong turn again back to the cafe. Thanks for helping southern 4 muppets in their time of need. Cheers xx

Upon arrival the building looks incredible with prime location to catch hungry ramblers, on entry of the building the feeling changes to somewhat of a gloomy one, i had high hopes as my friend had recommended our lunch to be there on our trip to snowdonia. Both of my friends food was both good looking and tasty and they both enjoyed very much, mine on the other hand while it looked nice it hid a little suprise for me, although it tasted funny ive never been a massive fan of bechamel sauce so i just put it down to that. Later on that evening after an afternoon of stomach cramps, discomfort and pain the food poisoning set in, i was sick on and off from 430pm until 630am, unable to sleep, profusely sweating and having to breathe to controll stomach pain. Over 24hrs later and im still unable to eat and in somewhat discomfort. An unfortunate end to our somewhat comical trip to wales. Will be avoiding on our next trip to conquer Snowdonia!

Food was flavoured and seasoned well, and the menu has some very interesting fusion choices. Service people were lovely and very accomodating. Highly recommend the vegan doner loaded fries and the smoked haddock burger. Portions were great too!

Lovely food, best chips I have ever had in my life! Staff lovely. Covered outside seating pods or sit inside.

Having walked about 5 miles we were very pleased to come across Caffi Gwynant. I had possibly the best carrot cake I’ve ever had, & I think it was Dairy free. most cakes are home made on the premises, with other cakes & pasties all...

Thank you for your wonderful coffee and cake, and especially for looking after us after our car broke down!

Came in after all morning in the mountains. Had lunch. Food was great with good amount of options. Large range of drinks hot and cold and alcohol options too. Really great building and staff really friendly and accommodating. 100% worth a visit.

Lovely atmosphere and good range of choices on the menu. I got the hoisin pork pancakes special.

Very friendly place to have a bite to eat. I had some rustic chips (recommend) and a lovely cup of tea and service was excellent.

This place is stunning, looks very nice inside and out. The food is very high quality and has a good variety. The staff are very friendly and the service was very quick would highly recommend coming here.

I admit I was surprised by my visit here - I was not expecting a cafe opposite a layby on the outskirts of a small rural village to be this good! Service was great - staff went out to check stock cupboards to see if...

Delighted with this find, lovely home cooked food and excellent coffee

Very friendly - a lovely place to sit in the sun.

The caffi is love place the food is amazing and the staff are soo lovely would definitely recommend anyone to come here before going up the mountain

Absolutely Cracking. Lovely coffee. Posh Cheese on Toast was brilliant. Family of 8 all very happy. Hidden gem

Lots of people rave about here but I’m not sure why….. given it’s location at the bottom of the Watkin path you’d expect a decent menu for walkers; instead it was mostly sausage rolls & pies. Oh, and cheap nasty wine in single serve bottles!!...

Such a brilliant cafe!! Would highly recommend, food is great!